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Day trips to the Gault Nature Reserve and apple orchard, Les Vergers François Juneau
Explore the picturesque Gault Nature Reserve and visit a local apple orchard with McGill Recreation, rain or shine!
Starting from only $20.00 +tax.
Gault Nature Reserve
Self-Guided Nature Walks
McGill University’s Gault Nature Reserve is located on Mont-Saint-Hilaire and protects more than 1,000 hectares of natural habitats, boasts 25 kilometres of trail network and is open 365 days a year for all visitors to enjoy.
Affiliated with the Faculty of Science, the Gault Nature Reserve’s team is dedicated to offering support for natural science research and teaching, which has been at the heart of the Reserve’s activities for decades.
See Gault’s website and the rules for more details.
Gault Nature Reserve
Apple Picking
Situated near the Gault Nature Reserve in Mont-Saint-Hilaire, Les vergers François Juneau offers visitors a variety of locally grown, succulent apples for everyone to enjoy. Pick your apples, walk around the grounds and take in the fresh air.
Your day trip
9:30 a.m.: Departure by bus from the McGill Sports Complex to the Gault Nature Reserve.
10:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.: Explore up to 25 kilometres of nature trails at your own pace, either alone or with friends. Bring your lunch and enjoy the views!
1:00 p.m.: Transport to the apple orchard, Les Vergers François Juneau.
1:30 to 2:45 p.m.: Apple picking. One small bag of apples included.
3:00 p.m.: Departure by bus from Apple Orchard to the McGill Sports Complex.
4:00 p.m. (approx.): Arrival at the McGill Sports Complex.
Note: Departure and arrival times are subject to change based on traffic conditions.
Cost: $20.00/members | $35.00/non-members
(Tax not included)
Dates (spaces are limited):
- Saturday, September 14
- Sunday, September 15
- Saturday, September 21
- Sunday, September 22
- Saturday, September 28
- Sunday, September 29
- Saturday, October 5
- Sunday, October 6 - Departure (and return) from Stewart Athletics Complex at Macdonald Campus only. Details here.
Note: Departure and arrival times are subject to change based on traffic conditions.
Reserve:
McGill Community
Preparing for your trip:
- Consult Gault’s website for information about rules and etiquette, appropriate clothing and footwear, hiking trail details, facilities, etc.
- Bring a bag or backpack to carry around your personal items. There is no storage area onsite.
- Bring a lunch, snacks, water and a refillable bottle. There is no cafeteria onsite.
- Since trips will take place rain or shine, please dress appropriately for the weather.
